Brittany and Patrick Mahomes, Olivia Dunne and Paige Spiranac lead the stars of Sports Illustrated’s latest swimsuit edition at New York party

The stars of Sports Illustrated’s latest swimsuit edition were out in force in New York City on Thursday night.

Ahead of the upcoming release of the highly-anticipated swimsuit issue – sports stars, models and influencers walked the red carpet for a lavish party at the Hard Rock Hotel in the heart of Manhattan.

The stars of the 60th anniversary issue have been teasing its release all week but gathered in the Big Apple for the official launch.

They included Brittany Mahomes and her husband Patrick. However, the three-time Super Bowl winner and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback briefly stood to the side as his wife posed for photographs.

Also among the guests was LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne. The social media sensation, who has built an army of fans in recent years, is currently considering what comes next for her.

They included Brittany Mahomes and her husband Patrick. However, the three-time Super Bowl winner and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback briefly stood to the side as his wife posed for photographs.

Also among the guests was LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne. The social media sensation, who has built an army of fans in recent years, is currently considering what comes next for her.

The 31-year-old made one of the several available covers for the launch and was clearly left thrilled by the honor.

She shared a picture of the cover to her four million Instagram followers and wrote: ‘Ah the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover for the 60th anniversary!’

Earlier this week, Sports Illustrated revealed its four cover models.

They included Gayle King, who showed off her stunning swimsuit body as she made her debut on the front the magazine at age 69.

Joining her for this years cover stars are veterans Kate Upton, Hunter McGrady, and Chrissy Teigen.